Dubai to Jerusalem: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1297.2 miles 2087.6 km · straight line
1672.7 miles actual route 2691.9 km · driving distance
28h 13min estimated drive time
AED 507 - AED 625 estimated fuel cost
~3h 7min flight time
295° WNW bearing direction

How far is Dubai from Jerusalem?

The distance from Dubai to Jerusalem is 1297.2 miles (2087.6 km) as the crow flies. Jerusalem is located WNW of Dubai. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1672.7 miles, taking about 28h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 7min. Dubai is in United Arab Emirates, while Jerusalem is in Israel.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Dubai and Jerusalem. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Dubai to Jerusalem

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 28h 13min AED 507 - AED 625 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 7min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~33h 52min $134–$251* Budget
Train ~36h 41min $201–$585* Comfort

Quick Facts

Dubai
25.20°N, 55.27°E
Asia/Dubai
5m elevation
Jerusalem
31.77°N, 35.21°E
Asia/Jerusalem
754m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 432 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 108 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 19.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM